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DV56 MFJ

2006 BMW 530

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,721 mi
Last recorded119,721 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 2006 BMW 530105,835 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV56 MFJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 119,721 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 119,718 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 109,065 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2017 109,052 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 97,621 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 97,617 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Dec 2015 84,971 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 84,961 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 72,456 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 61,047 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 61,029 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside front tyre has damage to outer sidewall, but no cords showing.

Pass 10 Dec 2012 52,478 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 48,559 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 43,514 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 37,773 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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DV56 MFJ is a 2006 BMW 530 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 105,835 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DV56 MFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 20 years old, this BMW 530 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DV56 MFJ registered?

DV56 MFJ is a 2006 BMW 530, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is DV56 MFJ safe to buy?

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